Understanding Emotional Intimacy vs Physical Intimacy
Love as the major concept in relationships entails both emotional and physical contact which is vital in establishing closeness between two partners. Though these two forms of intimacy may occur in the same relationship, they are distinct and perform separate roles in supporting a relationship. This work aims at comparing and contrasting touching and hugging, defining them, explaining why they are important in relationships and how they define them. What is Emotional Intimacy? Emotional intimacy is the sense and feeling fostered by disclosing and sharing one’s emotions with another person. It entails a scenario where two people are comfortable with each other due to several factors and hence can open up about their feelings without being rejected. The basic characteristics of emotional intimacy are such as: Trust: Closeness of the affective level is based on trust, that is, when the partners trust each other personally and professionally. ...